One of my favorite ways to spend time alone is to go to the local thrift or antique stores. I recently picked up a few identical gold frames and had no idea what I would use them for initially, but I knew I had to have them! Then, it hit me: do a diy cameo…
What to Pack for Labor and Delivery
When it comes down to being ready for labor and delivery, you really can only be so ready. You never know at what point your water may break, where you’ll be, nor do you know what each appointment might hold. Therefore, it’s never a bad idea to have a pre-packed hospital bag for labor and…
Viggo’s Birth Story and Our Experience with Hemolytic Anemia
I hesitate to even know where to begin with this post. To say the last few months have been a whirlwind is an understatement. We were essentially living at the hospital, traveling regularly to and from home (an hour away), staying at the Ronald McDonald House at night, and essentially viewing the world from an…
Esmé Willow: My Stillbirth Story
On June 14th, 2024, I walked into the women’s health facility for my final checkup before labor and delivery. As I walked through the door, I immediately noticed another couple doing paperwork, discussing things quietly amongst themselves. Once I was called back, the nurse mentioned that the couple in the waiting room were being referred…
The Art of Choosing Perfume Like the French
Ever since I made the decision to cut back on my cosmetic consumption, I’ve become really intrigued with finding ways to make the selecting and purchasing process more intentional. When researching different cultural approaches to beauty (I am so obsessed with European culture!), I started discovering how the French view and pursue their perfumes. It’s…
Tips for Building a Minimalist Makeup Collection That Lasts
My makeup approach has evolved over the years from experimenting with different trends to focusing on a simpler, more practical routine. After becoming a mother, your priorities drastically change! As someone who used to spend hundreds on cosmetics, I now purchase makeup with a quality over quantity mentality. That’s not to say that my love…
3 Steps to Curating the Wardrobe of Your Dreams
The older I get, the more I’ve come to realize that clothes just aren’t my thing. Once I hit a certain age, I started to realize how much money I was spending on clothing alone, and I couldn’t justify keeping up with that lifestyle! It didn’t feel as exciting — or as necessary — as…
Baby Registry Must-Haves for First Time Moms
When I started my first baby registry, it was overwhelming to say the least. I searched the internet high and low reading reviews and searching for anything I could find in an attempt to shrink the vast selection of baby products down to the very best. For being a new to-be mom in my second…
8 Tips for Growing Long, Healthy Hair
When I first started growing my hair out, I was very ignorant to a lot of the things I was doing. For years I tried to reach the perfect length, only to be set back inches short by damage. My hair might be long and healthy now, but it took a lot of trial and…
What to Expect During Your Second Trimester of Pregnancy
The second trimester is arguably the most exciting trimester of pregnancy! You’re finally starting to balance out after riding the first trimester rollercoaster, and have all the fun baby things to look forward to. Whether you’re looking for what to expect, tips on creating your baby registry, or how to prepare for the next trimester……